Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Sean Penn Joins 'Manas' as Executive Producer
Imagine a movie called 'Manas' about a 13-year-old girl named Marcielle from an island in Brazil.
The film shows her facing difficulties and trying to change her life.
The movie won an award for its director and is coming to the United States.
A company named KimStim will show the film in multiple cities.
The film is about overcoming challenges.
Now, Sean Penn, a famous actor, is helping to promote the movie.
He believes it's an important story that needs to be shared with everyone.
Sean Penn has joined 'Manas' as an Executive Producer.
The film won the Best Director award at the Venice Days.
It features a 13-year-old girl named Marcielle from Marajó Island.
KimStim acquired 'Manas' for U.S. release.
Bendita Film Sales is managing international sales at TIFF.
- Who
- Marianna Brennand directed 'Manas', featuring 13-year-old Marcielle.
- What
- Sean Penn joined 'Manas' as Executive Producer, which focuses on a girl from Marajó Island.
- When
- The film won Best Director at Venice Days in 2024.
- Where
- The film is set in the Amazon and will be released in up to 20 U.S. cities.
- Why
- Sean Penn aims to raise awareness for the film; KimStim will bring the film to U.S. audiences.
- Film Title
- Manas
- Director
- Marianna Brennand
- U.S. Distributor
- KimStim
- Executive Producers
- Sean Penn, Walter Salles, Dardenne brothers, Maria Carlota Bruno
- Main character
- Marcielle
- Awards Won
- Best Director Award at Venice Days, Kering Women in Motion Emerging Talent Award, International Newcomer Award, Critics’ Award for Best Brazilian Film, Audience Award at Huelva Ibero American Film Festival
